Chipotle

Well, you could always use the habanero powder for rodent repellent.

I remember several years ago my dad grew some peppers that were horrifically hot (lack of watering during the summer). That same year I had problems at my house with squirrels in my attic. He dried the peppers and ground them up for me to spread around the eaves. That powder was so hot I had one very light and cautious sniff and had trouble breathing for a few minutes. Haven't had a problem with rodents since.

Looks like a fun project, MrAngles. I bet that chipotle powder would make some amazing chili.

Rob - TX Sandman

That's pretty cool. I have not made my own before and I'm suprised that it took that long. Thanks for sharing. I even like the Habs, but I'm evil like that!

I'm sure you could add a little to your dry rubs, BBQ sauce, or chili without hurting too much.

Thanks for sharing those pictures.

Angles, have you ever thought about making/buying some adobo sauce to put the peppers in? i will buy them already in a can like that and i make a certain recipe for hot wing sauce. the smokey chipotles make a wonderful raspberry wing sauce i have come to appreciate. just wondering. also, how long does the powder last you with a batch that size?

YIKES! Those habs look like hot coals. Bet they are just as hot. Hab paste is also good for teaching dogs where not to go and what not to chew on.

Rehydrate them in some soy sauce with lime juice or a little vinegar and you'll have what we call "torreados." These are the ones you see in restaurants that are swimming in a dark liquid. The japs have been actually grilled not really dehrdrated and they are hot.

I bet that chipotle powder would make some amazing chili.

I'll second that.

how do you know when they're done?